Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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SUMMER ACADEMY FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

July 9 - August 3, 2012

The Summer Academy for High School Students at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is the definitive summer program for talented and motivated high school students: a four-week, college-level art making experience in the nation's first and premier school of fine art.

BENEFITS

Rigorous courses in drawing, painting, sculpture and printmaking
An exceptional faculty of PAFA instructors who are, themselves, practicing artists
Day trips to the museums and galleries of Philadelphia, New York and Washington, D.C., including the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
Visits to artists’ studios where students learn first-hand how they develop ideas, create art and build their careers
Information sessions on applying to art school and preparing a portfolio
The opportunity to earn four college-level credits
An exhibition of student artwork, complete with a reception and awards ceremony for family and friends in PAFA's Gallery 128

SUMMER ACADEMY CURRICULUM

Drawing

At PAFA, observational drawing skills are the foundation of all artistic endeavors and essential for a strong portfolio. Working from the still life, cityscape, PAFA’s historic Cast Hall, and the life model, students will explore a variety of drawing materials and techniques.

Painting

Students will experience the vibrant possibilities of oil painting through PAFA's time-honored methods and contemporary expertise. Students will learn techniques of color mixing and paint application, progressing from a limited palette to complex, full-color compositions of the still life, antique casts, and figure models.

Sculpture

Students will investigate the fundamental and creative aspects of sculpture through modeling the human form in clay, focusing on the underlying anatomy of the human head and surface features. Instruction will include armature construction, modeling tools and techniques, and plaster casting.

Printmaking

Students will learn a variety of printmaking techniques with their own drawings and ideas as inspiration. Hand-printing and press processing including relief printing, traditional etching, and screenprinting will be explored, as students produce limited editions of their own work.

A visit to PAFA's Museum, including the private vaults to view rarely-seen masterpieces, will supplement all studio activity.

FACILITIES

Summer Academy classes share the same spacious studios used by PAFA’s Certificate, BFA and MFA students. The Samuel M.V. Hamilton Building features superb drawing and painting classrooms, state-of-the-art printmaking and sculpture shops, a rooftop painting terrace, library, spacious student lounge, and the PAFA Art Supply store. Students will also study from the cast collection and museum collections in PAFA's Historic Landmark Building.

RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

Comprehensive residential services located on the University of Pennsylvania campus are available for additional cost through Julian Krinsky Camps and Programs. Amenities include air-conditioned housing, resident counselors, transportation, meal plans, evening and weekend activities, and internet access. For more information about residential services, visit www.jkcp.com/pafa.

Camp Type:

Residential

Day
Year Established: 2004
Gender: Coed
Age of Campers: 15 to 18 years old
Cost/Week: $501.00-$650.00/wk
Religious Affiliation:
Camp Owner(s): Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Camp Director(s): Continuing Education Programs
Nearest Large City: Philadelphia
Off Season Rental:
Accreditations ?

National Association of Schools of Art and Design

Camp Focus:
Arts Camps: Drawing and Painting
Arts Camps: Other Arts
Arts Camps: Sculpture
Arts Camps: Visual Arts

Art Activities:

Visual Arts

Miscellaneous Activities:

Travel/Trips

Additional Activities:
field trips to galleries, museums and artist studios; presentations by art world professionals

SCHEDULE

Summer Academy begins Monday, July 9 and ends with an exhibition and reception on Friday, August 3.
Classes are held Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Field trip days may begin earlier and/or end later.

TUITION

$2,400 – includes field trips, museum access and art supplies.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Registration begins February 1, 2011. Register online at www.pafa.org/SummerAcademy or call 215-972-7632.
Thomas Eakins Emerging Artist Scholarship applications must be received by April 1 (see below).
A $600 non-refundable/non-returnable deposit is due no later than May 2, with the tuition balance due by June 1. Registrations received after June 1 must be paid in full.
A portfolio (5 – 10 pieces) and art teacher recommendation are required for admission.
Students requiring residential services must register separately through Julian Krinsky Camps and Programs and abide by their payment schedule and refund/cancellation policy. For more information and to apply, visit www.jkcp.com/pafa or call 866-TRY-JKCP (866-879-5527).

Early registration is strongly recommended. Space is limited and a waitlist is anticipated.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Applicants who wish to be considered for a Thomas Eakins Emerging Artist Scholarship must submit complete registration requirements by April 1.
Scholarships awarded based on portfolio and art teacher recommendation, and will range up to 25% of Summer Academy tuition.
Results will be announced after April 8.
Top scoring Summer Academy scholarship winners who apply and are accepted to PAFA’s Certificate or BFA Programs for Fall 2012, will automatically be considered for The Next Step Scholarship. Contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@pafa.edu or 215-972-7625 for more details.